
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Square Neighborhood of Tampa, FL from $500 (37 Rentals)
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University Square, Tampa, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Square Studio Apartments | $1,132 | $857 | $1,890 |
| University Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $614 | $3,145 |
| University Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $728 | $3,262 |
| University Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $719 | $5,498 |
| University Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $589 | $3,696 |
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Cheapest Available University Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Square area of Tampa, FL is a Studio unit found at Copeland Village priced from $762. Bella Mar Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable University Square apartments for rent in Tampa, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copeland Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $762 |
| Bella Mar Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 42N | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $930 |
| Shadow Pines | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $940 |
| Vista Palms | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Lago Bello Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Wave Apartments | 1/1S | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Verra North | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Live Oak Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| Regency Square Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Square, FL
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Square area is the $0.73 price per square foot 4BR/4.5BA - Boulder - Platinum Model at Cove Commons in the in the University Square neighborhood starting from $1,180. The second greatest value University Square apartment is the Hamlet - 5 x 3 Model at The Standard at Tampa starting at $965 with a $0.69 price per square foot in the University Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cove Commons | 4BR/4.5BA - Boulder - Platinum | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.73 |
| The Standard at Tampa | Hamlet - 5 x 3 | 5BR,3BA | $0.69 |
| Spanish Trace | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Venue at North Campus | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.60 |
| Uptown Townhomes | 3 Bed/1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Uptown Palms Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 42N | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $0.80 |
| Reflections | 3/3U w/ Quartz Leased By The Room | 3BR,3BA | $0.78 |
| Forest Lake | 2BR/2BA - B1 Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Lark on 42nd | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Square is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Square?
The cheapest apartment in University Square is Bella Mar Apartment Homes which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in University Square costs $1,735.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Square?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 276 regular apartments in University Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University Square?
Cheap apartments in University Square have an average cost of $585 which is $1,150 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Square.
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